After criticism, José Mourinho targets Sporting signing for Real Madrid | OneFootball

Morten Hjulmand continues to attract admirers in European football and, this time, the interest is once again coming directly from Real Madrid. According to the Spanish newspaper Marca, José Mourinho has identified the Sporting captain as one of the priorities to strengthen Los Blancos’ midfield next season.

The same source says the Portuguese coach sees the Danish international as the ideal solution to some of the problems Real Madrid have shown in build-up play and in linking different areas of the team. It should be remembered that Mourinho came up against Hjulmand during his spell at Benfica, and was reportedly particularly impressed by the Sporting midfielder’s qualities.

Despite the usual exchanges of words between the two throughout last season, always in an ironic tone, the coach’s admiration for the player remains intact. As such, the prospect of a future partnership between Mourinho and Hjulmand is gaining strength at a time when the midfielder’s future remains open.

From Sporting’s side, the possible departure of the captain is not seen as an impossible scenario. As has been reported, there is an understanding between the parties to facilitate a transfer if an offer considered suitable by the club’s officials comes in.

This season, wearing the Sporting shirt, Morten Hjulmand – valued at €45 million.

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